August is National Black Business Month, and we're excited to announce the first round of winners for the Back2Besa Black Business Uplift!

Congratulations to:

• Luam Wersom, whose 18-year journey from dishwasher to owner of Mojito’s restaurant in Seattle’s Maple Leaf neighborhood is nothing short of inspiring. Mojito’s serves the best of Latin American and Cuban cuisine, and Luam’s dedication to his craft is evident in every dish.

• Davis Vincent, owner of Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz in Lynnwood, Washington. This is not your average donut shop! With galaxy-swirled donuts, garlic chili chicken donuts, and Bailey’s apple fritters, Zuri’s is redefining what a donut can be. You’ve never seen—or tasted—donutz like these before!

• Kay The Paint Lady, who has been lighting up the Puget Sound with her vibrant art experiences since 2016. Whether she’s creating, painting, or teaching, Kay brings an unmatched energy to the paint-and-sip scene.

Congratulations to Luam, Davis, and Kay! We can't wait to share your stories soon on Back2Besa.

Do you know a Black-owned business that deserves the spotlight on Back2Besa? Head over to whereweconverge.com/blackbusinessmonth and nominate your favorite PNW Black business today!

Tune into Back2Besa this Saturday at 10:30pm on FOX 13 Seattle and see the replay Sunday at 10am on FOX 13 + to find out the next round of winners for a Back2Besa Black Business spotlight.